B.C. delays amendments to Heritage Conservation Act

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British Columbia is delaying planned amendments to the Heritage Conservation Act. The act governs archaeological assessment and permitting at cultural heritage sites in the province. Municipalities has raised concerns about development costs and delays under the act, particularly for residential construction and renovations. The province said it will meet with industry partners in the coming weeks to discuss the permitting process. delays amendments to Heritage Conservation Act appeared first on AM 1150.